A Leader in the Making: Essentials to Being a Leader After God's Own Heart

by Joyce Meyer

Grow your faith and learn how God's plan can make you a more effective person in this inspiring Christian leadership book.Whether you're an established leader or you're just beginning to grow, this book will show you how to cultivate a loving spirit and positive outlook that pleases God in every way and enhances your ability to guide those that surround you -- from family and friends to colleagues. As a Christian leader, you will face a series of tests on your spiritual journey, and sometimes you'll come up against setbacks. In these four sections, Joyce Meyer will help you overcome any leadership challenges you're Part 1: Preparation for LeadershipPart 2: The Heart of a LeaderPart 3: Testing the Heart of a LeaderPart 4: The Requirements of LeadershipWith gentle encouragement and valuable advice, this practical guide is perfect for anyone who is looking to grow in faith and spirit -- and be a stronger leader in the ministry and secular businesses.

Genres: Leadership, Christian, Self Help, Spirituality, Christianity, Business, Religion

320 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, Joyce’s books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, Joyce teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.

Joyce’s programs, Enjoying Everyday Life and Everyday Answers with Joyce Meyer, can be seen around the world through television, radio, and the Internet. Joyce has authored more than 100 books, which have been translated into more than 100 languages and over 65 million of her books have been distributed worldwide. She teaches in cities across America as well as internationally. Joyce Meyer Ministries has offices in nine countries.

Joyce’s passion to help hurting people is foundational to the vision of Hand of Hope, the missions arm of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Hand of Hope provides worldwide humanitarian outreaches such as feeding programs, medical care, orphanages, disaster response, human trafficking intervention and rehabilitation, and much more – always sharing the love and Gospel of Christ.

Her latest book, LIVING A LIFE YOU LOVE, releases Spring 2018.

Hachette Book Group has sold over 30 million copies of Joyce Meyer's books.

Reviews

[Kaye · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book was used as a point of discussion in our Bible study group/life coaching group. I enjoyed reading it so much because it spoke to me every time I read it. It has taught me a lot of things on how to act and deal with myself and others in a better manner. It also brought me to a deeper relationship with God. This book is truly life changing. I would recommend it again and again to others and would definitely want to read it again and again in the future.

[Peggy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was truly life changing for me. I bought it at a garage sale and tried to read it that day. I found it just wasn't interesting and shelved it. A couple of years later I pulled it off the shelf at a completely different time in my life when God was showing me things about Women's Ministry at church. All off a sudden, the book spoke in a big way into my life. It has many wonderful points to follow to learn what it's like and what needs to be accomplished to be a leader. A great read!

[Mary Mingle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've already read this one once before. But, like all Joyce Meyer's books, I find I get something new and relevant to my current situation when I re-read them. I've been thinking about what it means to be a leader lately and have seen some really bad examples in the "real world." I really don't believe a person has to be so ruthless, self-centered, or self-serving to get ahead or to influence (in other words "control") people. I need a different perspective.

[Amy Ambarani · Rating 5 out of 5]

best of the best !!!
be a leaders in God's way...

[Adrienna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really needed to read this book. It reminded me of Max Lucado books on leadership. I was in a position where I had to run the entire office.

[Debora Tiur · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book to you who wants to be made as a Leader.

[Camp]

An encouraging book for those called to leadership, especially those who didn't necessarily view themselves as a leader initially. It's also a great book for those already leading.

[Wulan Smile · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Rachel · Rating 2 out of 5]

I liked this one, but as I don't believe that everyone is meant to be a leader, it wasn't exactly helpful.

[Natalie]

A very good book! If you want to change those bad habits of yourself and become a better person, then read this book!

It´s so good that I am reading it again.

[Shulamite2004 · Rating 5 out of 5]

heart matters.

[Elaine Bahr · Rating 4 out of 5]

A staple in all the leadership books that I've read!

[Wyvonna · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT READ

[H. Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent guide/reinforcement along my path. I find that the content in this book is applicable across all life paths, and in all environments. I find myself revisiting certain parts to refresh myself and gain traction when I feel myself slowing down.

[Stan Belyshev · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this is Joyce Meyers only book on leadership but its good!

[Victor Henrique · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’ve never been so fond of Christian religion superstars. Joyce Meyer is one of them . She is super popular and is still operative, with no major allegations that could compromise her character. So I decided to give it a try.

If you are not a Christian, you are probably going to give one star to this work. It’s “super biased “ - hahaha - on Christian beliefs. Since Joyce is explicitly mentioning the Bible to justify the book title, it will take this work to be analyzed not only as a a self help book, but if the theology in it is fine. Well… no problem with that… the book deliver what its meant for to a Christian audience. In the end, it’s a common self-help book with an acceptable theological background, making it a delightful experience to read if you are inside “christianity”.

The author will offer some passages and hints from her personal life, which I particularly don’t like (so much in a book) and adapt it to the Bible and the purpose of the book, so you can “look for the leader inside you” giving the many biblical leaderships mentioned.

Many of the advices are valid and helpful for your everyday life , even if you are a pastor , priest or just trying to become a better guide in your home or family… maybe for a greater purpose , who knows.

Taking away what I relate as some unnecessary personal experiences, that could make the reading a lot deeper in the author’s understanding of Christianity (and deeper for the audience) , the narrative is fresh. Giving the fact it’s written by a female leader, it can provide different views on the subject, leading to a very helpful understanding of leadership in a wider perspective.

[Denise Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

She said "gifts are given but character is developed." It shows how we can't rely on our talents alone. I can relate to some of the negative conditions of the heart. I've been struggling with being insensitive towards others and she said "we must be tender towards people and tough towards the devil". I liked how she emphasized that leaders experience some periods of loneliness because we have been called to set apart. This was refreshing to me because I feel lonely sometimes on my spiritual journey.

[Andy Febrico Bintoro · Rating 4 out of 5]

Compared with other books on the same biblical leadership genre, then this book maybe rather lacking. But this book viewed leadership as a matter of heart. What's not and what's leaders heart is. The book closed with leaders trial, need to test and temper leaders.

[Andrés Beltanien · Rating 5 out of 5]

Está enfocado a lo que in líder debe hacer con sus emociones cuando se presentan situaciones incómodas o desafiantes, lo que me parece sumamente útil considerando que nuestras emociones y sentimientos nos controlar la mayoría de las veces ¡Me encantó!.